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HyponatremiaNCT06484608

Comparison of Isotonic Versus Hypotonic Fluids in Neonates for Maintenance Fluid Therapy After Surgery

A study testing Isotonic Saline with Dextrose in people with Hyponatremia and Hypernatremia, run by Rawalpindi Medical College at 1 site in Pakistan.

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Finished. The study has ended and is not enrolling. Results may be posted on the official record.

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Trial summary

The goal of this clinical trial is to determine if isotonic or hypotonic fluids are more effective in maintaining serum sodium levels in neonates undergoing maintenance fluid therapy post-surgery. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 1 day to 30 daysHealthy volunteers can take part
What is being tested?
Isotonic Saline with Dextrose
Could I receive a placebo?
No, everyone receives an active treatment
How many people
84 participants
Where
1 sitePakistan
Study dates
1 Jan 2023to 29 Dec 2023
Phase
Interventional
Are there results?
None posted in the registry

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 1 day to 30 days
  • All sexes
  • Healthy volunteers accepted
  • Child

Who may be able to join

  • Neonates aged 1-28 days. Admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at Holy Family Hospital Rawalpindi.
  • Scheduled for surgery requiring maintenance fluid therapy postoperatively. Parental or guardian consent obtained.

Who cannot join

  • Neonates with pre-existing electrolyte imbalances or metabolic disorders. Neonates with congenital heart disease or renal impairment. Neonates on diuretics or other medications affecting fluid balance. Neonates with a history of intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR). Neonates with major congenital anomalies. Lack of parental or guardian consent.

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country.

Pakistan1 site
  • Mehak Fatima

    Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, 00042

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About this study

Official title: Comparison of Isotonic Versus Hypotonic Fluids in Neonates Receiving Maintenance Fluid Therapy Post-Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial

The goal of this clinical trial is to determine if isotonic or hypotonic fluids are more effective in maintaining serum sodium levels in neonates undergoing maintenance fluid therapy post-surgery. The main questions it aims to answer are:

Does isotonic fluid therapy reduce the risk of hyponatremia compared to hypotonic fluid therapy? Does hypotonic fluid therapy lead to fewer cases of hypernatremia compared to isotonic fluid therapy? Researchers will compare neonates receiving isotonic fluids (Group I: isotonic/normal saline with 5% dextrose in 0.9% saline) to those receiving hypotonic fluids (Group H: hypotonic saline with 5% dextrose in 0.45% saline) to see if there are significant differences in serum sodium levels and associated complications.

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Participants will:

Be randomly assigned to receive either isotonic or hypotonic fluids. Have blood samples taken before and after surgery to assess serum sodium levels.

Be monitored for 24 hours post-surgery to observe any complications such as hyponatremia, hypernatremia, or edema.

This study enrolled 84 neonates admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit following surgery, and data analysis was conducted using SPSS software version 25.0.

Read the detailed description

The primary objective of this clinical trial is to determine the most appropriate type of maintenance fluid (isotonic versus hypotonic) for neonates following surgery. The study enrolled 84 neonates, aged 1-28 days, who were admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit at Holy Family Hospital Rawalpindi from January 2023 to December 2023.

Neonates were randomly assigned into two groups:

Group I: Received isotonic/normal saline with 5% dextrose in 0.9% saline. Group H: Received hypotonic saline with 5% dextrose in 0.45% saline. Blood samples were collected before surgery and 24 hours post-surgery to measure serum sodium levels. The main outcome measures were the incidence of hyponatremia (serum sodium level <135 mEq/L) and hypernatremia (serum sodium level >145 mEq/L). Secondary outcomes included other complications such as edema.

The results indicated that:

Hyponatremia occurred in 2 (4.8%) cases in the isotonic group and 11 (26.2%) cases in the hypotonic group.

Hypernatremia was observed in 9 (21.4%) cases in the isotonic group and none in the hypotonic group.

Edema was noted in 1 (2.4%) neonate in the isotonic group and 9 (21.4%) neonates in the hypotonic group.

The study concluded that isotonic saline is more effective in maintaining normal serum sodium levels and reducing the risk of hyponatremia and other complications compared to hypotonic saline in neonates post-surgery. Further research with larger sample sizes and additional electrolyte considerations is recommended to improve outcomes and reduce morbidity and mortality in this population.

Being tested
Isotonic Saline with Dextrose
Keywords
isotonic saline, hypotonic saline, neonates, maintenance fluid therapy, surgery, hyponatremia
Medical subject headings
Hyponatremia, Hypernatremia, Edema

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • Isotonic Saline with DextroseDrug

    Also called Hypotonic Saline with Dextrose

    This clinical trial involves two interventions for maintaining fluid therapy in neonates post-surgery. The first intervention, isotonic saline with dextrose, involves administering 0.9% saline solution combined with 5% dextrose. This isotonic solution aims to maintain serum sodium levels within the normal range and minimize the risk of hyponatremia and hypernatremia in postoperative neonates. The second intervention, hypotonic saline with dextrose, involves administering 0.45% saline solution combined with 5% dextrose. This hypotonic solution is being compared to the isotonic solution to evaluate its effectiveness in maintaining electrolyte balance.

Study groups in NCT06484608
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
Isotonic Fluid GroupExperimentalNeonates in this group will receive isotonic/normal saline with 5% dextrose in 0.9% saline as their maintenance fluid therapy post-surgery. This intervention aims to maintain serum sodium levels and reduce the risk of hyponatremia and other complications.
Receives: Drug: Isotonic Saline with Dextrose
Hypotonic Fluid GroupActive comparatorNeonates in this group will receive hypotonic saline with 5% dextrose in 0.45% saline as their maintenance fluid therapy post-surgery. This intervention is being compared to isotonic fluid therapy to evaluate its effectiveness and safety in maintaining electrolyte balance and preventing hypernatremia and edema.
Receives: Drug: Isotonic Saline with Dextrose

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Incidence of Hyponatremia and Hypernatremia

    This outcome measures the incidence of hyponatremia (serum sodium level <135 mEq/L) and hypernatremia (serum sodium level >145 mEq/L) in neonates receiving either isotonic or hypotonic saline with dextrose as maintenance fluid therapy post-surgery

    Measured: Before surgery (baseline measurement) 24 hours post-surgery

Secondary outcomes (1)
  1. Incidence of Edema

    This outcome measures the incidence of edema in neonates receiving either isotonic or hypotonic saline with dextrose as maintenance fluid therapy post-surgery

    Measured: Before surgery (baseline measurement) 24 hours post-surgery

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted3 Jul 2024
  2. Study start1 Jan 2023
  3. Primary completion29 Dec 2023
  4. Study completion29 Dec 2023

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More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase N/A
Primary purpose
Other
Allocation
Randomised
Intervention model
Parallel groups
Model description
In this study, participants (neonates post-surgery) are randomly assigned to one of two groups, with each group receiving a different type of intervention (isotonic or hypotonic fluids). The parallel assignment model means that all participants in each group receive the same intervention throughout the study period, and the outcomes of these groups are compared to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of the interventions.
Masking
Single blind
Who is masked
Participant
Enrolment
84 participants (actual)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT06484608
Sponsor's protocol ID
RawalpindiMU
Status last verified
Jun 2024
First submitted
26 Jun 2024
Last updated
3 Jul 2024
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
Yes
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
Individual data sharing
No: The plan for sharing individual participant data (IPD) is currently undecided. We recognize the importance of data sharing to advance scientific knowledge and improve clinical practices. We are considering several factors, including patient privacy, ethical considerations, and the logistics of data management, to make an informed decision. If a decision to share data is made in the future, we will outline the conditions under which the data will be shared, the type of data to be shared, and the means by which interested researchers can access the data. Any IPD sharing will be conducted in accordance with applicable regulations and ethical guidelines to ensure the protection of participant confidentiality and data integrity.

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A study testing Isotonic Saline with Dextrose in people with Hyponatremia and Hypernatremia, run by Rawalpindi Medical College at 1 site in Pakistan.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 2 inclusion and 1 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 3 Jul 2024. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 1 site in Pakistan. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

Are results available for this study?

The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Incidence of Hyponatremia and Hypernatremia (time frame: Before surgery (baseline measurement) 24 hours post-surgery). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 3 Jul 2024.

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